2022 Toyota Prius
The 2022 Toyota Prius is a midsize car, rated at 56 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 56
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $28,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Prius |
| Model year | 2022 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.8 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 58 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 53 |
| Combined MPG | 56 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 158 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Prius | 52 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Prius AWD | 49 MPG combined |
| Prius Eco | 56 MPG combined |
| Prius Prime | 54 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 58 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 53 MPG |
| Combined | 56 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 52% more efficient than the Prius's class average.
- Amount financed
- $25,200
- Total interest
- $4,384
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (1)
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE21V734000 · 2021-09-22
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TB07/21TA07.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2022 Toyota Prius?
The 2022 Toyota Prius is EPA-rated at 56 MPG combined (58 city / 53 highway).
Is the 2022 Toyota Prius reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Toyota Prius. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2022 Toyota Prius?
The 2022 Toyota Prius earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2022 Toyota Prius?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2022 Toyota Prius costs roughly $718 per year to fuel, or about $3,589 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2022 Toyota Prius?
The 2022 Toyota Prius is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC